Is political science right up your alley?
Then deepen your expertise in both content and methodology while enjoying excellent study conditions—all in one of Germany’s most beautiful college towns. Welcome to Bamberg!
Our curriculum is particularly diverse, allowing you to focus intensively on specific areas or to study political science without a specific concentration. Learn more about the program structure, the typical course of study, as well as internships, study abroad opportunities, or even an international dual master’s degree.
Our Areas of Focus
Democratic Politics: Examine how democracies change: political behavior, party competition, and institutions in the context of modern societies.
International Relations and Global Public Policy: Analyze global challenges, international institutions, and their impact on national policy—in a well-researched, up-to-date, and empirically grounded manner.
Computation, Data, Politics: Analyze global challenges, international institutions, and their impact on national policy—in a well-reasoned, up-to-date manner based on empirical findings.
What Sets Us Apart
- Research-oriented, predominantly English-language instruction based on the latest scientific findings
- Methodologically sound education with a broad empirical scope
- Small seminar groups and close faculty supervision
- High flexibility through elective specializations and individualized focus areas
Find out more about our admission requirementsnow. You can apply for both the winter and summer semesters. Applicants who demonstrate the necessary prior knowledge will receive an acceptance letter for the master’s program!
For Prospective Students
We in the podcast interview
Various people from our institute have already been interviewed on our faculty podcast, SoWiSo! Tune in to find out what we're up to here in research and teaching! (Podcasts are available only in German)
>>> Gefühlte Mittelschicht - warum sich selbst Millionäre gar nicht sooo reich finden - mit Dr. Jan Schulz-Gebhard und Prof. Dr. Daniel Mayerhoffer [Between Theory, Physics, and Computer Simulations: Prof. Dr. Johannes Marx on the Mechanisms of Politics]
>>> Aufstieg und Fall radikal rechter Parteien: Prof. Dr. Sabrina Mayer und Dr. Verena Benoit über Forschungsergebnisse zu Erfolg und Niedergang [The Rise and Fall of Far-Right Parties: Prof. Dr. Sabrina Mayer and Dr. Verena Benoit Discuss Research Findings on Their Success and Decline]
>>> Zwischen Theorie, Physik und Computersimulationen: Prof. Dr. Johannes Marx über die Mechanismen der Politik [Between Theory, Physics, and Computer Simulations: Prof. Dr. Johannes Marx on the Mechanisms of Politics]
>>> Im Gespräch mit Ralf Stöcklein - Vom Politikstudium in die Praxis der Staatsverwaltung und Kommunalpolitik [A Conversation with Ralf Stöcklein — From Political Science Studies to a Career in State Administration and Local Politics ]
>>> Anarchie auf hoher See? Dr. Anja Menzel über nachhaltige maritime Sicherheit [Anarchy on the High Seas? Dr. Anja Menzel on Sustainable Maritime Security]
>>> Rechte Narzissten und Migrationsskeptische Migranten: Prof. Dr. Sabrina Mayer zur Frage, was unser Wahlverhalten beeinflusst [Right-Wing Narcissists and Migrants Who Are Skeptical of Immigration: Prof. Dr. Sabrina Mayer on What Influences Our Voting Behavior]
>>> Wissenschaft mit Herz und Verstand: Micaela Großmann über die Kunst des Lehrens und Forschens [Science with Heart and Mind: Micaela Großmann on the Art of Teaching and Research]
>>> Von der Werkbank zur Wissenschaft - Prof. Dr. Carina Schmitt über Sozialpolitik als politisches Werkzeug [From the Workbench to Academia—Prof. Dr. Carina Schmitt on Social Policy as a Political Tool]
>>> Warum Fakten zu Identitäten werden - Dr. Simon Scheller über Rationalität in der Politik [Why Facts Become Identities—Dr. Simon Scheller on Rationality in Politics]
Brief Profile
| Final Exam | Master's Exam (taken concurrently with coursework) |
|---|---|
| Title | Master of Arts (various areas of focus are possible) |
| ECTS-Points | 120 |
| Standard Duration of Study | 4 semesters |
| Start of Studies | Available for the winter and summer semesters |
| Type of Program | Full-time or part-time positions available |
| Approval | Application Required |
| Languages of Instruction | Mostly English, some German |
| Internship | Available on a voluntary basis |
| Study Abroad | possible, but not required |
